As summer approaches, families begin to plan camping trips, off-road adventures, and ocean or mountain getaways with children and/or pets. Here are a few tips to avoid pitfalls with pets and enjoy safer travel.

Consumers shopping for a late-model vehicle will still be able to find used cars and SUVs at reasonably stable prices as they continue to come off-lease this year, according to the latest market report from J.D. Power Valuation Services (formerly NADA Used Car Guide).